Baker b3 Telstar – Gold – $3,900 – Original Case Included
Handcrafted in California by Gene Baker, this gold b3 Telstar combines vintage-inspired feel with boutique craftsmanship and a versatile pickup configuration.
The swamp ash body features a thin nitrocellulose gold finish, paired with a flame maple neck, a substantial 10/56V profile, and a rosewood fingerboard. It’s a distinctive combination of classic styling and player-focused details.
A Lollar Special T bridge pickup and Lollar ’64 Staggered single-coils deliver everything from glassy cleans to articulate bite. The 10-way FreeWay switch adds series and parallel combinations, providing a wide range of sounds beyond a traditional Tele-style setup.
Specifications
• Body: Swamp ash
• Finish: Gold nitrocellulose lacquer
• Neck: Flame maple
• Neck profile: 10/56V, .910–.980”
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Radius: 9.5”
• Frets: 22
• Pickups: Lollar Special T bridge and Lollar ’64 Staggered single-coils
• Switching: 10-way FreeWay with series and parallel combinations
• Hardware: Vintage-style
• Case: Original case included
Professionally set up and ready to play. A compelling option for someone looking for a boutique instrument with vintage character and expanded tonal versatility.
Playing demos and tone walkthroughs
https://youtu.be/ubYwpOMCzMs?feature=shared
https://youtu.be/0DfM22q5iC0?feature=shared
Asking $3,900, including the original case. Message with questions or to request additional photos.
Possible trades